Question

The central Xe atom in the XeF4 molecule has ________ unbonded electron pair(s) and ________ bonded electron pair(s) in its valence shell.

Answer 1

Answer:

Lewis structure in attachment.

Explanation:

Atoms of elements in and beyond the third period of the  periodic table form some compounds in which more than eight electrons surround the  central atom. In addition to the 3s and 3p orbitals, elements in the third period also  have 3d orbitals that can be used in bonding. These orbitals enable an atom to form  an expanded octet.

The central Xe atom in the XeF₄ molecule has two unbonded electron pairs and four bonded electron pairs in its valence shell.